School of Behavioral & Organizational Sciences
Human Resource Information Systems
HRD 319 - Course Syllabus
Fall 2010
Wade A. McNair, Psy.D.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents .............................................................................. 2
General Course Information ................................................................ 3
University Notices ............................................................................. 4
Accomodations for Individuals with Disabilities................................. 4
Academic Integrity ....................................................................... 4
CGU Writing Center ...................................................................... 4
Course Syllabus ................................................................................ 5
Course Description ....................................................................... 5
Course Objectives ........................................................................ 5
Attendance and Timely Arrival to Class ........................................... 5
Use of SAKAI ............................................................................... 5
Course Expectations .......................................................................... 6
Grading....................................................................................... 6
Reading and Assignment Schedule ................................................. 6
Assignment Instructions ................................................................ 7
Claremont Graduate University
The missin of Claremong Graduate University is to prepare a diverse group of
outstanding individuals to assume leadership roles in the worldwide community
through teaching, research, and practice in selected fields.
School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences
The School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences is committed to conducting
social science research that will influence constructive social change, and to
providing scholars and practioners the means to influence the direction of
institutions for the betterment of society.
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General Course Information
Semester:
Fall 2010
Session Times:
Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:50pm
Session Dates:
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Session Location:
Academic Computing 108
Required Textbook:
“Human Resource Information Systems: Basics, Applications,
and Future Directions” by M. Kavenagh and M. Thite (2009).
Required Case Study:
“Transforming Human Resources at Novartis: The Human
Resources Information Systems.” Stanford Graduate School of
Business. (Case #HR22 at www.hbr.org).
Recommended Texts:
“A Pocket Style Manual” by Diana Hacker (5th Ed.)
Professor Contact Info:
Wade A. McNair
wade.mcnair@cgu.edu
714.459.7158 (eVoice)
Professor Office Hours:
By Appointment Only
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University Notices
Accomodations for Individuals with Disabilities
Claremont Graduate University is committed to offering auxiliary aids and services to
students with verifiable disabilities, in compliance with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. To ensure that their
individual needs are addressed, students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the
Dean of Students at 909.621.8965.
Academic Integrity
Plagerism is a most serious offence in academia, subject to severe sanctions, including
expulsion from school. Ignorance is no excuse, so it is important that you know what
plagiarism is and how to avoid it. Plagiarism is presenting words or ideas of another without
giving appropriate credit. Even if plagiarism is unintentional, it is still a serious breach of
ethical standards in academia, and the plagiarist is subject to sanctions.
It is your responsibility to make sure that your reader can determine the source of all the
ideas and words that you present.
CGU Writing Center
The Writing Center, in Harper Hall 14, offers prompt, individual consulting sessions to any
CGU student who would like assistance with writing projects (papers, dissertations, articles,
proposals, applications, etc.). Students receive eight free sessions each semester.The
instructors are trained, qualified CGU students with teaching and/or tutoring experience and
can be reached at 909.607.2635.
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Course Syllabus
Course Description
Students will investigate the complex field of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
including with how communication in organizations is facilitated or impeded by existing
structure and processes, methods for improving communication flows and facilitating
technology implementations and change management. Emphasis placed on rational decision
making, diagnosing the relationship between an organization's mission and culture,
facilitating system-wide change, and improving organizational effectiveness through the use
of technology.
Course Objectives
The Essential Objectives for this course, are:
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Learning Fundamental Principles, Generalizations, and Theories
Learning to Apply Course Material to Improve Thinking, Problem Solving & Decisions
Developing Specific Skills, Competencies, and Points of View Needed By Professionals
Learning to Analyze and Critically Evaluate Ideas, Arguments, and Points of View
Attendance and Timely Arrival to Class
You are expected to be in attendance and on time for each and every class session. Class
begins promptly at the scheduled time. You will be considered tardy any time you arrive after
that assigned time. Please be aware of the following:
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20 Points will be deducted for each class missed, without exception.
10 Points will be deducted for each time a student is late to class or from break.
Missing two (2) classes will result in a mandatory withdrawl or failing grade.
Timely arrival and class attendance impacts your classmates, your personal quality of
learning, and your final grade. Students are required to notify the professor of any possible
absence or tardiness prior to the day it occurs, except in emergency situations.
Use of SAKAI
This course incorporates SAKAI online support for students. Course documents will be posted
online for students and students will be expected to submit all assignments via SAKAI for
grading. For questions regarding the use of the SAKAI system, go to:
http://sakai.claremont.edu
It is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with SAKAI and to ensure assignments are
submitted online prior to the start of the class it is due.
All assignments are to be in MLA style. A sample paper will be uploaded to SAKAI.
All assignments must be in Portable Document Format (PDF). PrimoPDF is free software
available online if you do not already have the software needed to create PDF’s.
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Course Expectations
Grading
There are a total of 400 points in this course. Your grade will be determined by your class
participation and the successful completion of the following assignment areas:
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Application Papers (5 x 60 points each)
Integration Project / Presentation
= 300 points
= 100 points
Your course grade will be based on earned Assignments points. There are a total of 400
possible points to be earned. The points will breakdown as follows:
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319
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252
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– 279
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than 252
Please contact me with any questions prior to the paper due date. All grades are final.
Reading and Assignment Schedule
No assignments will be accepted late. Papers are considered late after the start of class on
the day it is due.
Week
Textbook Reading
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Chapter
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Evolution of HRM and HRIS
Database Concepts and Applications in HRIS
Systems Considerations in Design of an HRIS
HRIS Needs Analysis
System Design and Acquisition
Cost Justifying HRIS Investments
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Chapter 7: Project Management Development
Chapter 8: Change Management
Chapter 9: HR Administrationand HRIS
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Chapter 10: Job Analysis and HR Planning
Chapter 11: Recruitment and Selection
Chapter 12: Training and Development
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Chapter 13: Performance Management
Chapter 14: International HRM
Chapter 15: Information Security and Privacy
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Chapter 16: The Future of HRIS
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Discussion Questions
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1, 2, 5
1, 2, 11
11, 12, 17
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1, 3, 6
2, 3, 5
Application Papers
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Application Paper #1
Application Paper #2
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1, 3, 7
1, 3, 8
Application Paper #3
1, 4, 5
2, 4, 5
1, 4, 10
Application Paper #4
1, 4, 6
1, 5, 9
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Application Paper #5
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Integration Project
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Assignment Instructions
Application Papers (60 points each)
During the course, you will complete five Application Papers. Each paper will be 7-12 pages
in length, and consist of the following three sections:
Section 1: Text Chapters Review (45 points)
For each of the three (3) chapters assigned,
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Complete the assigned questions in the “Discussion Questions” section.
Complete all questions posed in the “Case Questions” section.
Make sure to clearly identify Chapter and Section to insure proper credit is given.
Section 2: Periodical / Journal Review (10 points)
You will review one current periodical or journal article relating to our course topics.
Compose a 1-2 page summary of the article, its key concepts, and its application to
our field of study. Be prepared to share / present your findings.
Section 3: Personal Learning (5 points)
Each application paper should conclude with a 1 page reflection of your personal
learning from the reading, application assignments and periodical / book review. From
your personal learning, be sure to include one Useable Idea and one Class Discussion
Question.
Integration Project (100 points)
Novartis, a Swiss healthcare and pharmaceutical company, is outsourcing Project Leadership
for their HRIS implementation. You are a member of a consulting firm that is seeking the
contract. Each consulting firm will have the opportunity to 1) present their solution to the
Global HRIS Team and 2) submit their formal proposal for review. Presentations are limited
to a 15-20 minute timeframe.
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Presentations will take place during the final week of class
Proposals will be submitted at the time of each presentation.
Although the Novartis case is dated (2003), each firm should present their their solution and
proposal in current time. In this competitive environment, only one project will win the
contract. Remaining projects will be ranked and graded according.
All client information required for this project can be found in the Required Case Study:
“Transforming Human Resources at Novartis: The Human Resources Information Systems.”
by Stanford Graduate School of Business (Case #HR22 available at www.hbr.org).
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